Urban Synergy Mentoring

Urban Synergy Mentoring London-based Charity created to inspire, guide and ignite the ambitions of young people. Our Mission

Talent is everywhere, opportunities are not.

Urban Synergy is a youth empowerment charity, on a mission to inspire, guide and ignite the ambitions of young people. Our approach focuses on early support, to build confidence and show young people what’s possible. That’s why we connect them with aspirational - yet relatable - role models and mentors, as well as industry leading companies. Understanding that every young person, their circumstance, and their dreams are unique, we tailor our school programmes, mentoring and work experience opportunities to help them reach their individual potential. With the collaboration of our valued partners, we are building an equitable world where everyone, regardless of their background, is empowered to write their own future. We Inspire

At Urban Synergy, we focus on early support, to build confidence and help young people see what’s possible for their future. Our in-school and on-line career seminars work to bridge the gap between the classroom and the workplace. These programmes are specially designed to inspire and empower young people. We introduce them to role models who have overcome similar barriers, that raise their aspirations, offer a path to follow, and pass on the confidence to write their own future. We Guide

Not only do we seek to inspire young people, we guide them on their unique paths to the workplace via access to aspirational - yet relatable - mentors. Through engaging 1-to-1 online e-mentoring, these leaders offer valuable insight from their personal stories and how they carved out a path to success. Based on the specific needs of their mentee, our mentors work with them to build their confidence in personal and professional skills, such as presenting, interview practice, and career guidance. We Ignite

We know our young people thrive when they feel motivated, valued and challenged. That’s why we work with industry-leading partners to secure meaningful work experience opportunities that ignite their passions and act as a catalyst for their journey into the workplace. This programme helps us to create diverse, work-ready talent, prepared for their next opportunity. We believe that through these efforts, in collaboration with our partners, we can build a workforce based on fair opportunity, that everyone can benefit from.

Black History Month Should Be a Starting PointBlack History Month creates an important moment for reflection.But the opp...
07/10/2026

Black History Month Should Be a Starting Point

Black History Month creates an important moment for reflection.
But the opportunities we create for young people should continue long after October.
For businesses, one of the most meaningful ways to make a difference is to help widen access to the networks, workplaces and career experiences that many young people simply do not encounter early enough.

A conversation with a professional.
A first visit to a workplace.
A mentor who explains the route into an industry.
A mock interview that builds confidence.
A work experience opportunity that changes someone's understanding of what is possible.
These moments can have a lasting impact.
Urban Synergy works with employers, schools, mentors and volunteers to create those connections and help young people develop the confidence, skills and workplace understanding they need to move forward.

Black History Month can start the conversation.
But creating greater access to opportunity is something we can work on all year round.

If your organisation wants to make a practical contribution to social mobility, talk to Urban Synergy.

Your next leader may not have met your organisation yet.They may not know your industry exists.They may not have a profe...
05/10/2026

Your next leader may not have met your organisation yet.
They may not know your industry exists.
They may not have a professional network.
They may never have stepped inside a workplace like yours.
And they may not yet be able to picture themselves building a career there.
That is why access matters.

Black History Month gives businesses an opportunity to reflect on representation — but also on what comes next.
Because visibility matters. But real change happens when visibility is followed by access, experience and opportunity.

At Urban Synergy, we connect young people with mentors, role models, workplace experiences and career insight that help them understand what is possible and how to get there.
For businesses, opening the door early can do more than create positive social impact.
It can help develop the talent, confidence and skills that will shape the workforce of the future.
Your next leader could already be out there.
They may simply need the opportunity to meet you.
Could your organisation help open that door?

Explore corporate partnership opportunities with Urban Synergy.
https://f.mtr.cool/zsobkps6dm

Good luck tonight, Leila Thomas Our CEO and founder Leila Thomas has been shortlisted for Charity and Change Employee of...
02/10/2026

Good luck tonight, Leila Thomas
Our CEO and founder Leila Thomas has been shortlisted for Charity and Change Employee of the Year at the Black Talent Awards Awards, and we couldn’t be prouder.

Leila has dedicated herself to showing young people from underrepresented backgrounds that they belong in every room they want to walk into. Her leadership, energy and belief in young people drive everything we do.

To be recognised among so many talented people is already a win, and it’s a moment the whole Urban Synergy family is celebrating. We’ll be cheering you on all evening.

01/10/2026

We recently came together to acknowledge the work and impact of our mentors, role models and mentees during an evening of celebration at HSBC Innovation in London.

The event was a chance for us to say thank you to the people who make our work possible: the mentors and role models who show up, and the young people who trust them with their futures.
Thank you to everyone who has been part of this journey.

📹:

We recently came together to acknowledge the work and impact of our mentors, role models and mentees during an evening o...
01/10/2026

We recently came together to acknowledge the work and impact of our mentors, role models and mentees during an evening of celebration at HSBC Innovation in London.

The event was a chance for us to say thank you to the people who make our work possible: the mentors and role models who show up, and the young people who trust them with their futures.
Thank you to everyone who has been part of this journey.

📹: Kessena Uwejeyah

When businesses open their doors to young people, they are not just giving something.They are gaining something too.Fres...
30/09/2026

When businesses open their doors to young people, they are not just giving something.

They are gaining something too.

Fresh perspective.
Curiosity.
Energy.
Ambition.
Resilience.
A different view of the world.

Young people supported by Urban Synergy are not passive recipients of opportunity.

They are emerging workers, future colleagues and potential leaders.

Many simply need access to the networks, confidence and workplace experience that help them take the next step.

For businesses, this is an opportunity to build relationships with young talent earlier.

To understand the barriers young people face.

To contribute to social mobility in a practical way.

And to help shape a future workforce that reflects the communities around them.

Your next employee could be closer than you think.

Learn how Urban Synergy helps connect young people with workplace opportunities:
https://f.mtr.cool/xzap4gm8wl

Opening doors for young people is the right thing to do.It is also a strong business decision.When businesses support yo...
28/09/2026

Opening doors for young people is the right thing to do.

It is also a strong business decision.

When businesses support young people through mentoring, work experience, insight days and role model sessions, they help build a future workforce that is more confident, informed and prepared.

They also create meaningful employee engagement.

They strengthen local community links.

They support social mobility in a practical way.

They help young people understand sectors that may otherwise feel out of reach.

For Urban Synergy, this is where purpose and business value meet.

Young people gain access.

Businesses gain a meaningful route to future talent and social impact.

The question is:

Where is your next employee coming from - and could you help open the door?

Get involved with Urban Synergy and explore how your organisation can support emerging young talent:
https://f.mtr.cool/64r26xpaso

A good corporate partnership is not just a logo on a page.It is practical.It creates access.It helps young people build ...
25/09/2026

A good corporate partnership is not just a logo on a page.

It is practical.

It creates access.

It helps young people build confidence.

It gives employees a meaningful way to contribute.

It supports social value and future talent.

It strengthens links between businesses and local communities.

At Urban Synergy, corporate partners can support young people through mentoring, role model sessions, workplace insight, mock interviews, work experience and wider programme support.

The strongest partnerships are built around consistency.

Not one-off moments.

Not short-term visibility.

But long-term support that helps young people move from early inspiration to real progression.

If your business is thinking about how to make a meaningful difference, the question is not only "how can we help?"

It is also:

Who could this help become?

Explore corporate partnership opportunities with Urban Synergy:
https://f.mtr.cool/s8erja1v07

Schools play a vital role in helping young people think about their futures.But they should not have to build future wor...
23/09/2026

Schools play a vital role in helping young people think about their futures.

But they should not have to build future workforces alone.

Young people benefit when schools are connected to employers, mentors, role models and real workplace experiences.

That is where Urban Synergy supports the bridge.

We work with schools and businesses to help young people understand career pathways, build confidence and access opportunities beyond the classroom.

For businesses, this is a chance to support young people earlier.

Before applications.

Before interviews.

Before recruitment.

It is a chance to help young people build the skills, knowledge and confidence they need to enter the world of work.

If your organisation wants to support future talent, working with schools through Urban Synergy is a practical place to start.

Learn more about school partnership opportunities with Urban Synergy:
https://f.mtr.cool/3yg8q4rj72

Your next apprentice may not know your sector exists.Your next intern may not know how to get into your industry.Your ne...
21/09/2026

Your next apprentice may not know your sector exists.

Your next intern may not know how to get into your industry.

Your next future leader may not yet have met someone who does the work you do.

That is why early exposure matters.

Young people cannot apply for opportunities they cannot see.

They cannot prepare for roles they do not understand.

They cannot picture themselves in workplaces they have never accessed.

Urban Synergy helps bridge that gap by connecting young people with employers, mentors, role models and real-world career insight.

For businesses, this is an opportunity to reach emerging talent before the recruitment stage.

To build awareness.

To create access.

To show young people that your industry could be for them too.

Partner with Urban Synergy to help more young people see routes into your sector:
https://f.mtr.cool/1mouqbl32u

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2 Lewisham Hill
London
SE137EJ

Opening Hours

Monday 9am - 5pm
Tuesday 9am - 5pm
Wednesday 9am - 5pm
Thursday 9am - 5pm
Friday 9am - 5pm

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+447508340391

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